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SODIUM CAPROYL METHYLTAURATE.

Valuable / CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Sodium Caproyl Methyltaurate is a gentle yet effective cleansing and mild surfactant ingredient. It efficiently removes impurities by reducing surface tension, ensuring a thorough cleanse without compromising the skin's natural moisture balance. This ingredient also contributes to enhanced foam stability and a refined sensory experience, leaving the skin feeling remarkably smooth.

Summary

Cleansing Agent Surfactant

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions by significantly lowering the surface tension of liquids, enabling oil and water to combine more effectively. This emulsifying action facilitates the efficient detachment and removal of lipid-based impurities and particulate matter from both skin and hair. Its unique hydrophilic amino acid structure underpins its gentle nature, contributing to a low irritation potential and its capacity to sustain skin barrier integrity during the cleansing process, while simultaneously boosting and stabilizing foam.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

1%

Key findings

  1. 01 At a concentration of 1%, Sodium Caproyl Methyltaurate is commonly incorporated into cleansers to enhance the performance of primary surfactants and improve the overall foaming aesthetics and stability of the product.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Taurate surfactants, including Sodium Caproyl Methyltaurate, exhibit exceptional stability, resisting degradation from hard water, acids, and alkalis. They maintain stable foam production across a broad pH range, making them highly versatile in various formulations.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel concluded that alkyl taurate amides and taurate salts, including Sodium Caproyl Methyltaurate, are safe for use in cosmetics when applied at current practices and concentrations, provided the final formulations are non-irritating. No adverse effects have been reported at or above typical use concentrations.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Sodium Caproyl Methyltaurate is a valuable, mild cleansing agent that effectively purifies skin across all types while maintaining barrier integrity and enhancing product aesthetics.

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